THE BABETOWN COLLECTIVE

COMMUNITY | SUPPORT | EDUCATION

who are we?

We are a photography community created to empower women, to cultivate insane creativity, and to set us up for success in business and in life - our hectic, crazy, beautiful lives.

WHY BABETOWN?

Because women have power; we have grot and guts, but sometimes... sometimes we need the calloused hand of a righteous babe to pull us through our shit.

Made by perfectly flawed women for their friends, companions and fellow travelers - This is a place where female photographers who capture the vast complexity and wide diversity of the female experience can speak up and be heard.

LOLA GILBERT

PHOTOGRAPHER + FOUNDER

A former loather of self, a self-professed sufferer of anxiety and depression, and the terrified of face of a movement, I, Lola, am ready to strip down and find power in the vulnerability of flaunted imperfection.

That’s right. I said flaunted imperfection. Ain’t no shame in my game. Passionate about the photography community, empowering women and cheering them on in all facets of life.

MONTHLY WEB TRAFFIC

Unique Visitors 3,000+

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WORD ON THE STREET

what are babes in the community saying?

Word on the street

There is a lot of NOISE on the internet. Lots of photography groups. Lots of places to brag about your work and judge others for theirs. But Babetown is one of the only places that feels incredibly safe and supportive. I adore it and the people in it

Babetown is one of the main reasons I haven't given up. This community has supported me through self-doubt, anxiety, depression and learning about how to have a business. I haven't found any other resource that I've felt was inclusive at all or that I've gotten this much from. Hands down, Babetown has been the most instrumental part of my development and I can't wait to attend a workshop! I am deeply indebted to Babetown and Lola, the founder who has personally supported me a lot as well as the other teachers.

Babetown has been a home away from home for me, and it happened rather quickly. More than a group of creatives, I have found a safe space to talk about whatever my heart desires. It's a space to listen and learn from talented, likeminded, and driven individuals without feeling lesser than. I have grown in my mindset and confidence since joining & that helps me be able to give back tenfold what I've been given. I will forever be grateful.

The Babetown community has given me the strongest support system of badass mammajammas and babedudes I could ever ask for. Other photography groups sugar coat everything and so many topics seemed taboo. Thanks to this community I feel like I’m not alone and know there will always be someone to back me up or give me a boost when I need it. We can discuss absolutely anything and I never feel embarrassed or guarded when I come to the community for support. I am a more creative, confident, and socially balanced photographer/human thanks to this group!! All my love to Babetown!!

Babetown feels like home. I've been here less than a month, and I honestly have never felt so safe in a community of photographers and I really didn't think it was possible before. I was playing around with the idea of shutting my doors and selling my equipment when The Babetown Collective was suggested to me by Facebook. I really felt directionless and exhausted by all of the competition in my local photography group, but all of the babes at TBC helped me realize that community over competition actually hones your competitive edge. My entire photography career had been filled with people who saw requests for constructive criticism as an opportunity to tear someone down, but TBC is the opposite of that. This is a community that throws kindness around like confetti and nurtures your creativity and spirit.

Babetown is more than an online group, this is a place that cares! In an industry that is driven by so much competition this place is a breath of fresh air. The people in this group support, love, and hold each other up when this world tries to get you down. This is my safe place along with so many other people, a place where you feel heard! I Love this little community so much!

Babetown has been instrumental in me finding my voice as an artist and a woman. before i found this community i had no idea what direction i wanted to take my photography in. i started thinking i wanted to do one thing and in the past year all the amazing members have helped me realize that what truly makes my heart happy was something completely different. they've given me the inspiration and confidence to follow my heart and blaze my own path. without them, i wouldn't be the artist i am today and i owe each and every one of them a great debt of gratitude.

The community I've found within Babetown is unlike any other I've been a part of. I feel so empowered, not only as a photographer, but as an entrepreneur, an artist, and a woman. To have a place where I can receive feedback, feel supported, build friendships, and grow alongside so many talented + kind individuals is an incredible gift. I'm constantly feeling encouraged and challenged within this amazing group, and I've learned so much from the babes here. The beauty of Babetown is that it doesn't end at photography; it is truly a community where we can discuss hard issues and be entirely vulnerable with one another. If you're looking for a home away from home, this is it.

Babetown is a place for you to come as you are. Wherever you are in your photography journey there are beautiful souls looking to help you move in the next right direction for you. You can be unapologetically you, ask all the questions and get a myriad of answers from people from all walks so you can pick the best way forward for you. It's a safe place for your mental and emotional health too, it's not all business all the time and that is rare.

Babetown is seriously the only "no bullshit" photography group I have ever been a part of. The amount of honesty and authenticity that each of the members and leaders share on a daily basis is refreshing. I never feel like I am just around to be sold to or I am being misled by "perfect lives." There is a dedication to hard work, openness and learning. So glad there is a place for photographers to speak and be heard!

Babetown has become my “photography home” and my safe space. It was the first place I felt comfortable enough to submit to and my first featured session. This community has given me not only the confidence to move my business forward but the motivation to be better. Even though I can’t post or engage daily, I know I can go to anyone in this community for love and support, all while being able to love and support them!

Babetown is more than just a Facebook group or social media spot, it is a community where we lift each other up, give each other hard truths (when needed) and share our experiences. Being an entrepreneur can be a lonely road when you miss out on the social aspects of a typical 9-5 job. Babetown is a place where we can all come together in a safe space and be the best version of ourselves. It has helped me build friendships, improve my business and grow as a person. I am forever thankful for everything that has been created here.

Babetown is a community where you don't need permission to be yourself, and the idea of apologizing for being different is more than unnecessary. I love that Babetown is an inclusive, accepting, supportive community where people from all and any walks of life come together. Not only is Babetown a community of amazing Babes trying to make the world more accepting, but it's a haven to learn and further oneself without having to justify why we think every person deserves equal opportunity to be who they are. This is a place where I can learn how to best expand that safe haven and be an effective supporter to the people that are so often the victims of so much hate. I love Babetown, everything it stands for, and the way it is helping make the world a better place. Because of Babetown I finally feel like I can make a difference.

Babetown has been my safe space on the internet. It's the only place where I feel like I'm surrounded by people who are kind, compassionate, open-minded, helpful, and have just the right kick-ass mentality to leave me constantly motivated and inspired.

I was introduced to Babetown by a good friend/photog. For a while I have been looking for "my lunch table " feeling like my work didn't quite fit the vibe of other groups. Being an artist can be lonely at times and I'm so glad I gave this group a try. Babetown is a place to be real, a community that is the breath of fresh air I so desperately needed to find in an industry that can be cut-throat. My creativity and intuition is embraced and supported to a level where I can unapologetically be myself. I've made many positive connections and cannot wait to see myself grow along with this group of uplifting Babes.

Babetown in Your Town

We are putting importance on face to face community. On getting out in the world and talking about real topics, building life long relationships and building up your local city. Our meetings are currently held in over 17 cities and we have over 600+ members who are coming out and empowering each other.

What does this mean for you?

This means we have opportunities to talk to these babes in person about YOU. Showing them why you can help them lead, empower, and make a difference in their life and business. Marketing in our monthly PDF's, be part of monthly conversations and reach out to this new market.

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Next year our annual Safehouse Workshop is being twice. Spending 5 days with female identified photographers from all over the country, coming together and creating magic. This is a premium spot for out sponsors to get the word out about their brands. Top packages include spots in all marketing materials, opportunities to share a discount, and more!